by Pluto | Oct 18, 2024 | Carve Out Execution, Due Diligence
Talking to your “Seller” – Are They Ready? It’s easy to assume that the “seller” has thought through the implications of divesting their business; however, it is often the case that they have not. This can be for various reasons,...
by Pluto | Apr 14, 2020 | Due Diligence
When conducting commercial and strategic due diligence on a potential acquisition, a private equity investor needs to have a strategy that lays out a well-defined plan for creating value. This strategy will guide both the due diligence and the post-close execution...
by Pluto | Apr 11, 2020 | Due Diligence
Private equity firms typically use a combination of internal and external resources to execute their due diligence on acquisition targets. These professionals focus on various elements of risk and opportunity throughout the due diligence period, and thereby inform...
by Pluto | Apr 4, 2020 | Due Diligence
In Private Equity Land we have branded the notion of the first 100 days post close of a transaction. In fact, we call it a “100 Day Plan” (note: bankers are not always known for their creative marketing prowess). A 100 Day Plan is meant to capture all of...
by Pluto | Mar 31, 2020 | Due Diligence
Valuation Multiples Intro What is my company worth? Every seller’s view = more. Every buyer’s view = what can I get it for? Valuation is both art and science. If you’re a business owner, this is a good time to be objective about what you’ll...
